Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
The Holy Prophet Joel; Martyr Varos and seven martyrs with him;
Mother Cleopatra of Palestine; Venerable John of Rila
October is Youth month Youth will be reading the Epistle
EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS
The Epistle
The Lord is my strength and my song. The Lord has chastened me severely.
The Reading from the Second Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians. (11:31-12:9)
Brethren, the God and Father of the Lord Jesus, He Who is blessed forever, knows that I do not lie. At Damascus, the governor under King Aretas guarded the city of Damascus in order to seize me, but I was let down in a basket through a window in the wall, and escaped his hands. I must boast; there is nothing to be gained by it, but I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows. And I know that this man was caught up into Paradise—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows—and he heard things that cannot be told, which man may not utter. On behalf of this man I will boast, but on my own behalf I will not boast, except of my weaknesses. Though if I wish to boast, I shall not be a fool, for I shall be speaking the truth. But I refrain from it, so that no one may think more of me than he sees in me or hears from me. And to keep me from being too elated by the abundance of revelations, a thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan, to harass me, to keep me from being too elated. Three times I besought the Lord about this, that it should leave me; but He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.” I will all the more gladly boast of my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
The Gospel
The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (7:11-16)
At that time, Jesus went to a city called Nain, and many of His disciples and a great crowd went with Him. As He drew near to the gate of the city, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow; and a large crowd from the city was with her. And when the Lord saw her, He had compassion on her and said to her, “Do not weep.” And He came and touched the bier, and the bearers stood still. And Jesus said, “Young man, I say to you: arise.” And the dead man sat up, and began to speak. And Jesus gave him to his mother. Fear seized them all; and they glorified God, saying, “A great prophet has arisen among us!” and “God has visited His people!”
Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 2
When Thou didst submit Thyself unto death, O Thou deathless and immortal One, then Thou didst destroy hades with Thy Godly power. And when Thou didst raise the dead from beneath the earth, all the powers of Heaven did cry aloud unto Thee: O Christ, Thou giver of life, glory to Thee.
Ordinary Kontakion – Tone 2
O undisputed intercessor of Christians, the Mediatrix, who is unrejected by the Creator. Turn not away to the voice of our petitions, though we be sinners. Come to us with aid in time, who cry unto thee in faith, for thou art good. Hasten to us with intercession, O Theotokos who doet ever intercede for those who honor thee
Thought for Today
“Through the face of a person, especially through his eyes, all the good and the light within him are clearly visible. The face of a good person illuminates like a mirror that reflects the inner world of God’s truth.”
-Elder Savvas Ostapenko of Pskov-Pechersky
Approaching the Holy Chalice
The young children of Little Lambs and their teachers receive first, unless there are newly illumined, in which case the children go second. Everyone else in the parish family is asked to file toward the periphery, toward the narthex, and proceed down the center aisle. As we approach the chalice, we fold our arms, right over left. This is both a posture of submission and confession of Christ’s victory over death. Those who commune are asked to open their mouths wide with their heads slightly tipped up and receive the Gifts directly from the spoon. This eliminates confusion and reduces the risk of spillage.
Father Peter Jon will be away Tuesday-Friday at a clergy meeting. Please contact Thomas Przybyla or Nina Rogers if you have a need during those days.
Bible Bowl Kick-Off Meeting 19 Oct at 12:30PM Each year, parishes have the opportunity to train for the Bible Bowl, a much-anticipated and enjoyed part of summertime Parish Life Conferences that features teams from ages 9-adult. This year’s topic is the Book of Exodus. Please plan to attend a short Kick-Off meeting for all interested Youths and Adults Sunday, October 19 at 12:30 pm in the Nave. Please direct specific questions to Vasily and/or Elizabeth Carter who will serve as this year’s coordinators.
Welcome, Archimandrite Jeremy! Here is the Schedule of Meetings/Topics during the visit:
Friday 6:00pm Adult Discussion with Maza (finger foods)
Saturday 10am-2pm Retreat: What is Sacrifice? Lunch Provided
5:00pm Great Vespers followed by “Fireside Ask Abouna” w/BBQ at St. George Pavilion. Topics include war and self-defense from and Orthodox perspective. Pitch-in…please bring your favorite side! Grilled meats will be provided.
This Week
Today Sunday Bible Bowl Meeting at 12:30 pm in the Nave.
Monday, October 20 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Tuesday, October 21 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am. OCF dinner and discussion 6:30pm at the Webb’s home.
Wednesday, October 22 Reader Vespers at 6:00 pm. Inquirers’ Class and Catechism to follow. Pitch-in meal with — provided. Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides or items you are bringing. 812- 360-5975; jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com
Thursday, October 23 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Friday, October 24 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am. Adult Discussion Group with Fr. Jeremy at 6:00. Maza (finger foods) will be served.
Saturday, October 25 Retreat Session 1 at 10:00 am; Catered Luncheon at 11:30 am; 12:30-2:00 pm Session 2; Tween and Teen SOYO at 3:30 pm. Great Vespers at 5:00 pm, Fireside ask Abouna with BBQ in St. George Pavilion.
Sunday, October 26 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am with Archmandrite Jeremy presiding.
Looking Ahead
Harvest Party with Candlelight Vigil in the Cemetery October 31
Men of God Retreat at St George Fishers November 1
Family News
Name Day Celebration
Joel Arthur, Prophet Joel (19th); James Finchum, Ezekiel Crandall, James the Apostle (23rd); Dee Haney, St. Tabitha (25th); Marvin Piercefield, St. Demetrios (26th).
Birthday Celebration
Irina Ter-Grigor’yan (19th); Joel Arthur (20th); Rita Voss- Monroe, Sierra Gioriana (21st); Ezekiel Crandall (27th).
Anniversary Celebration
Don and Dee Haney (23rd).
Prayer List Lauren Ann and infant David born of her; Rita; Heather; Kh. Parasheva; Hal; Jacquie; Jim and Lisa; Taylor; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria, Shu-Mei. Charlie, Shirley; Jim; Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation; all schools children, and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Bob & Bonnie Thelen; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Jayci; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Betsy; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Sadie and child; Kelsey and child; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Waded; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Evan; Anastasia and family; Dorthea; Mary; Marina; Patrick; Seraphima, Anna and the child she bears.
Memory Eternal Charlie; George; infant Graham; Steve.
Attention Parent Please make sure your beautiful children clean up after themselves, especially in the nursery and in our outdoor spaces.
All Saints’ Sunday Meal
Today, Sunday: 3rd Sunday Host Hsu – Rogers, with Nina Rogers as lead hostess.
Next week: 4th Sunday Host Robertson – Yeager, with Perpetua Webb as lead hostess.
Giving Opportunities
Food Pantry Thank you for the generous support. Our in-house Food Pantry is available to parish members as well as families and individuals in the community of Bloomington. Donations of nonperishable items of pasta, marinara sauce, peanut butter, canned chicken and Tuna, canned vegetables, canned fruit and soups are always a great blessing.
Mission Donations We send monthly support to two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.
Benevolence Fund Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.
Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints